What does it mean that a fire extinguisher is tagged? And must all fire extinguishers be tagged? To answer simply, a tagged fire extinguisher is one that bears a fire
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Are you wondering which is the most effective fire extinguisher? And, you’re not sure between powder, foam, and water canisters? You’re not alone. With five classes of fire extinguishers and
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Did you know that 13% of fires reported across Canada occur in the workplace? Fire poses a great danger as it can lead to injuries, loss of life, and extensive
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Among fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers are a first-line defence mechanism to contain small fires in the home or workplace. However, they are of little use if you don’t know
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According to the sprinkler system installation regulations issued in the 2022 Edition of the NFPA, automatic fire sprinklers are compulsory in self-storage facilities, all newly constructed commercial buildings, and multi-occupancy
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Have you ever wondered what the ABCs and 123s that you see on fire extinguishers mean? The proper term for these letters and numbering is fire extinguisher ratings. But just
Read moreTop 5 Fire Safety Tips For Your Workplace
There are far fewer business-related fire incidents today than there were a decade ago – and that’s thanks in part to the readily available information on workplace fire safety. While
Read moreDo You Have Enough Emergency Lighting for Your Building?
What happens when a building loses power? Are employees and tenants supposed to fumble in the dark and somehow try to find a way out? Thankfully that’s not the case.
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It’s that time of the year again when we take a month to dive deep and talk extensively about workplace fire safety. You may be asking why. Well, the reality
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Statistics Canada (SC) reports that there are on average 19,000 structural fires in Canada per year. In Ontario, structure fires caused $860 million in property damage in 2019 and the
Read moreHow Often Do You Need to Replace Your Fire Extinguisher?
The question, “How often do I need to replace my fire extinguisher?” is one that’s frequently asked by both home and business owners. Fire extinguishers are an integral part of
Read moreWhat Type of Fire Extinguisher Do I Need for My Business?
Did you know that there are two types of fire extinguishers? Yes, fire extinguishers are not the same. They are distinguished mainly by whether they are cartridge-operated or stored pressure,
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